Systems Integration and Test Engineer

Systems Integration and Test EngineerEl Segundo, California, United StatesFor more than 50 years, ENSCO has been providing leading-edge engineering, science and advanced technology solutions to governments and private industries worldwide.ENSCO prides itself in creating and applying advanced technologies for mission success. We provide systems engineering, integration, and advanced technology services to transform the future safety, security, and resiliency of critical missions on the ground, in the air, in space, and in the information systems that connect these domains.Position DescriptionENSCO, Inc is a diverse engineering and technology company that provides engineering, science and advanced technology solutions that guarantee mission success, safety, and security to governments and private industries worldwide.ENSCO is seeking a Systems Integration and Test Engineer to join our team in El Segundo, CA.The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Force's Space System Command. We support the Space Force's acquisition of state of the art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation's warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems. This position is on-site in El Segundo, CA. Some of the job responsibilities include but are not limited to:Support to US Government and the Tactical SATCOM Program Office organization responsible for Protected Tactical SATCOM acquisition, program management and technical execution of prime contractor Assembly, Integration, and Test (AI&T) and provide support to integration to the Systems of Systems integration and test. Participate in regular meetings with Government and prime contractorProvide direct support to the U.S. Government and Tactical SATCOM Program Office responsible for Protected Tactical SATCOM acquisition, program management, and technical executionSupport government led System of Systems (SoS) Integration and Test, ensuring interoperability across space vehicles, payloads, ground systems, terminals, and enterprise interfacesParticipate in regular technical and programmatic meetings with government stakeholders and prime contractors, representing the government's technical interestsPerform independent Space Vehicle Assembly, Integration, and Test (AI&T) technical assessments of prime contractor activitiesIdentify and assess discrepancies between planned and actual technical performance, including impacts to: Cost, Schedule, Quality, technical margins and riskEvaluate contractor AI&T readiness, test execution, and problem resolution effectivenessIdentify technical issues, anomalies, and risks, and assess downstream impacts to SoS integration and operational capabilityProvide detailed written and verbal assessments of technical progress, integration maturity, and risk postureIdentify, elevate, and track technical and programmatic challenges requiring government attentionDevelop and communicate clear, actionable technical recommendations to support key government program decisionsExamine system requirements that drive cost, complexity, or schedule risk, and identify potential alternatives to mitigate risk or improve affordability while preserving capabilityProvide technical inputs to acquisition documentation, including Statements of Work (SOW), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), Compliance Document Lists (CDLs)Review proposed contractor changes to Class I documents, specifications, and compliance artifactsEvaluate tailoring of compliance documentation and provide independent recommendations to the GovernmentSupport test planning, verification, and validation activities related to SoS integrationQualifications Required• Bachelor's degree in technical field such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science• 8+ years of experience with SATCOM requirements development, Assembly, Integration, and Test (AI&T), system testing, and production activities• Experience supporting program office technical, schedule, and cost activities, including risk and issue identification• Possess strong problem solving skills with the ability to develop solutions to complex technical issues under limited supervision• Possess excellent communication skills, including the ability to convey technical details clearly to government leadership• Demonstrated ability to identify priorities and execute tasks with minimal direction or supervision• Experience designing, analyzing, and assessing spacecraft and payload hardware to provide in depth technical evaluations and identify risks• Experience designing, analyzing, and assessing SATCOM ground systems to provide in depth technical evaluations and identify risksABILITY TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A DOD SECRET SECURITY CLEARANCE IS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION FOR WHICH, YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZENQualifications Desired• Master's degree in technical field such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science• Experience with system of systems integration and test across space, ground, and user segments• Familiarity with government test frameworks, verification strategies, and integration planning• Experience reviewing or supporting Class I changes, configuration management, and technical baselines• Systems engineering or program management certifications such as CSEP, ESEP, PMI / PMP• An active DoD secret security clearance or higherWork Location Type: Onsite Required Certifications: None U.S. Citizenship Required: Yes Security Clearance Required: Ability to Obtain Employment Type: Regular Full-time Background Check Type: 7 Year Pre-Employment Drug Screen Required: None Position Contingent Upon Customer Approval: YesSalary Range$135,000 - $169,000 USD